89 jobs found in norwalk

Summary: To provide direct and indirect nursing care to a patient or a group of patients. *Required: Sign-On Bonus for external candidates with minimum of 1-year current ER RN experience and a BSN degree. Internal candidates who transfer to bonus eligible positions do not qualify. Bonus paid over a 2 year period of continuous full time employment in the ED Department. Responsibilities: 1. Physical Assessment Criteria A: Completes the Admission assessment of the patient providing a clear picture of his/her status. Physical Assessment Criteria B: Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patient’s physical, mental and emotional status. Submits audits of their documentation from 3 different charts annually. Physical Assessment Criteria C: Reassesses patient on a shift to shift basis. Physical Assessment Criteria D: Completes transfer/discharge documentation including an assessment of the patient’s needs...

Summary: Provides assistance with patient care activities and other unit tasks under the general supervision of licensed professional staff and as directed by the manager. Responsibilities: 1. Provides physical care to assigned patients and performs technical skills such as point of care (POC) testing. 2. Implements nursing orders promptly and adequately with an understanding of the purpose of each. 3. Follows policy and procedure for assigned patient care activities, including unit specific equipment and standards. 4. Provides patient comfort by positioning, extra bathing, straightening linens, putting personal articles within reach with courtesy and responsiveness. 5. Provides for patient safety through preventative measures (i.e. side rails, restraints, bed/chair exit alarm, and through patient education). 6. Enters all data into the computer system as applicable. 7. Communicates all patient and visitor information and observations to the appropriate...

Location: Remote, serving students in New York City, NY *Must be available for one-time travel to Brooklyn for required finger printing*  Employment Status/hours: Full-time; Monday – Friday (during traditional school hours ) Start date: August 2021  End date: June 2022    Stipend : $23,500 (+ $500 bonus if New York City resident)         Who We Are Saga Education is a national nonprofit, founded in 2014 and aimed to confront educational inequity to support historically under-served schools and their students. Saga Education has dedicated itself to providing high-dosage, in-school tutoring in partnership with public high schools. Since our founding, Saga Education and our tutoring fellows have served over 17,600 students across Chicago, New York City, Washington D.C., and Broward County.   For more information about Saga Education’s mission, please visit us at www.sagaeducation.org .  The Work and Why It Matters Nationwide, students are...

Summary: Perioperative Educator demonstrates expertise in five domains: clinical knowledge, consultation, education of staff and patients, support of management, and conduct of research. The role supports the organization's goals of quality service by developing programs consistent with current trends in patient treatment. Patient/staff satisfaction through role-modeling and by communicating goals to staff. Conducts rounds and utilizes appropriate resources to ensure cost effectiveness of programs. Responsibilities: 1. - Educational Programming Criteria A: Works collaboratively with the Management Team to assess the educational needs of staff. Demonstrates competency to utilize a variety of methods to collect data and analyze educational needs of staff as appropriate. - Educational Programming Criteria B: Demonstrates competency to plan, implement and evaluate educational programs, competency assessments and learning activities based upon ongoing educational need...

Summary: Responsible for supporting the clinical needs of the Biopsy department. Responsible for the clinical needs in an additional department (Mammo, Ultrasound, MRI, X-Ray as needed) Responsibilities: 1. Exam Preparation Criteria A: Prepares trays/equipment for biopsy procedures utilizing proper sterile technique. Exam Preparation Criteria B: Ensures proper medications are available and labeled accurately. Exam Preparation Criteria C: Sets up biopsy machine and tests before each exam that it is working properly. Exam Preparation Criteria D: Advises patients on exam preparation, removal of jewelry, and appropriate attire. 2. Clinical Responsibilities Criteria A: Responsible for operating the biopsy machine during procedures. Clinical Responsibilities Criteria B: Able to troubleshoot any problems/challenges that arise during procedures. Clinical Responsibilities Criteria C: Post biopsy care such as holding compression, bandaging and wrapping patients. Clinical...

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center, and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York — plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations, including The Heart Center, a leading provider of cardiology care, and two urgent care offices. Non-acute care is offered through various affiliates, including the Thompson House for rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, and the Home Care organizations. Quality SpecialistDepartment Quality Assurance Summary - Performs quality improvement initiatives ensuring quality, patient safety, compliance, and high-reliability principles for assigned departments and units throughout the organization. Responsibilities:1. Quality Specialist Major Accountabilities Criteria A: Utilizes process improvement strategies (i.e. Lean,...

Summary: To provide basic life support care to patients in the prehospital and the emergency department settings. Competent understanding of EMT or AEMT level emergency medicine with ability to deliver patient care in a sophisticated and intelligent manor. Responsibilities: 1. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria A: Maintains less than 2 minute activation time when ambulance is available. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria B: Evaluates scene safety, proceeds appropriately. Always follows universal precautions Clinical- Patient Care Criteria C: Brings to patient side all equipment required, per policy 2. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria A: As appropriate for patient condition/complaint, performs a thorough and timely history and physical exam. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria B: Develops an accurate working diagnosis. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria C: Develops a treatment plan per service guidelines and/or medical direction, implements care plan, explains same to...

Summary: To provides nursing care to a patient or group of patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse. Responsibilities: 1. Patient Care Criteria A: Provides patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse. Prioritizes assignments in consultation with the RN. Patient Care Criteria B: Performs procedures as identified by the Skills Checklist ie, splinting, EKGs and woundcare. Refers to and utilizes appropriate resources. Responds promptly to patient care needs. Patient Care Criteria C: Maintains a safe patient environment incorporating Norwalk Hospital Policies and Procedures. Patient Care Criteria D: Self directed, offers assistance with unit needs, and cover other team members as needed. 2. Communication Criteria A: Communicates with patients, visitors and coworkers within the scope of his/her responsibilities in a courteous manner. Communication Criteria B: Observes and reports to Registered Nurse all changes in patient...

Summary: In conjunction with the Director, manages the overall laboratory, phlebotomy, clerical and technical staff to assure that test results are available in a timely and accurate manner. Is responsible for developing the operational and capital budget under supervision of the Director. Assists with the implementation of policies and procedures in compliance with CT DPH, CAP and other relevant regulatory agencies. Population served based on scope of services in the department. Responsibilities: 1. Oversee day-to-day operations within span of control, resolving problems as necessary, and ensuring that operations are efficient, compliant, safe, and of the highest possible quality.  2. Develops and implements a strategic plan to create and maintain a culture of customer service. Exhibits problem-solving skills in both routine and emergency situations. Consistently demonstrates patient experience skills by placing patient perception concerns first. 3....

Summary: To provide direct and indirect nursing care to a patient or a group of patients. Shift: rotating 12 hours shifts of 7 am - 7:30 pm and 7 pm - 7:30 am including weekends. Responsibilities: 1. Physical Assessment Criteria A: Completes the Admission assessment of the patient providing a clear picture of his/her status. Physical Assessment Criteria B: Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patient’s physical, mental and emotional status. Submits audits of their documentation from 3 different charts annually. Physical Assessment Criteria C: Reassesses patient on a shift to shift basis. Physical Assessment Criteria D: Completes transfer/discharge documentation including an assessment of the patient’s needs to determine the preferred level of care.  2. Administration of Medications Criteria A: Follows the 5 Rights of Medication Administration, verbalizing to patients/family/significant other the...

Summary: To provide basic and advanced life support care to patients in the prehospital and the emergency department settings. Supervises other emergency personnel at the scene. Serves as Incident Commander or Medical Officer for mass casualty situations. Works well as a solo practitioner among volunteer EMS personal. Competent understanding of paramedic level emergency medicine with ability to deliver patient care in a sophisticated and intelligent manor. Responsibilities: 1. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria A: Maintains less than 2 minute activation time when ambulance is available. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria B: Evaluates scene safety, proceeds appropriately. Always follows universal precautions Clinical- Patient Care Criteria C: Brings to patient side all equipment required, per policy) Clinical- Patient Care Criteria D: Brings all patient equipment (per P&P) with patient (on transport ambulance) on Paramedic intercepts 2. Clinical- Patient Care...

Summary: To provide nursing care to a patient or group of patients under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities: 1. Patient Care - A. Provides patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse. Prioritizes assignments in consultation with the RN. B. Performs procedures as identified by the PCT Skills Checklist; refers to and utilizes appropriate resources. Responds promptly to patient care needs. C. Maintains a safe patient environment incorporating Norwalk Hospital Policies and Procedures. D. Shows initiative in noting and offering assistance with unit needs. 2. Communication - A. Communicates with patients, visitors and coworkers within the scope of his/her responsibilities in a courteous manner. B. Observes and reports to Registered Nurse all changes in patient condition, observations or occurrences of an unusual nature in a clear and concise manner. C. Documents accurately patient data on appropriate forms; i.e., Fluid Balance...

Summary: To provide basic life support care to patients in the prehospital and the emergency department settings. Competent understanding of EMT or AEMT level emergency medicine with ability to deliver patient care in a sophisticated and intelligent manor. Responsibilities: 1. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria A: Maintains less than 2 minute activation time when ambulance is available. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria B: Evaluates scene safety, proceeds appropriately. Always follows universal precautions Clinical- Patient Care Criteria C: Brings to patient side all equipment required, per policy 2. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria A: As appropriate for patient condition/complaint, performs a thorough and timely history and physical exam. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria B: Develops an accurate working diagnosis. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria C: Develops a treatment plan per service guidelines and/or medical direction, implements care plan, explains same to...

Summary: Provides clerical and administrative support and coordinates the patient care activities for physician practice. Responsibilities: 1. Ensures accuracy of patient's information, including demographics and insurance. 2. Performs reception of customers and communicates pleasantly and effectively. 3. Answers phones, routes calls, take messages, conveys information, and assures accurate communication. 4. Registers, verifies and schedules patient appointments, testing, and referrals. 5. Reschedules cancelled, no show, tickler appointments. 6. Processes record requests, including the copying, billing, charging and recording. 7. Collects co-pays and reconciles moneys for deposit. 8. Obtains and coordinates record retrieval for new and established patients. 9. Completes audits as assigned. 10. Performs intake and processing of medical records and other documentation and correspondence via eFax. 11. Presents a professional appearance and...

Summary: The Environmental Services Aide is responsible for general housekeeping activities. Follows proper protocols in designated patient rooms, rest-rooms, laboratories, offices, hallways, reception areas and other areas in the Hospital. Responsibilities: 1. Trash Removal Criteria A: Demonstrates the ability to gather and tie bags following the proper protocol for Regulated, Medical Waste and General Waste. Trash Removal Criteria B: Demonstrates the ability to disinfect trash receptacles. Trash Removal Criteria C: Demonstrates the ability to reline trash receptacles with the appropriate liners. 2. Dusting Criteria A: Maintains ceiling and wall vents free of dust (high dusting). Dusting Criteria B: Maintains horizontal surfaces free of dust. 3. Disinfecting Criteria A: Demonstrates the ability to wipe down all surfaces with the approved germicidal solution. Disinfecting Criteria B: Demonstrates the ability to change disinfectant solution following the proper...

Summary: To provide basic and advanced life support care to patients in the prehospital and the emergency department settings. Supervises other emergency personnel at the scene. Serves as Incident Commander or Medical Officer for mass casualty situations. Works well as a solo practitioner among volunteer EMS personal. Competent understanding of paramedic level emergency medicine with ability to deliver patient care in a sophisticated and intelligent manor. Responsibilities: 1. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria A: Maintains less than 2 minute activation time when ambulance is available. Clinical- Patient Care Criteria B: Evaluates scene safety, proceeds appropriately. Always follows universal precautions Clinical- Patient Care Criteria C: Brings to patient side all equipment required, per policy) Clinical- Patient Care Criteria D: Brings all patient equipment (per P&P) with patient (on transport ambulance) on Paramedic interecepts 2. Clinical- Patient Care...

Summary: To provide direct and indirect nursing care to a patient or a group of patients. Responsibilities: 1. Physical Assessment Criteria A: Completes the Admission assessment of the patient providing a clear picture of his/her status. Physical Assessment Criteria B: Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patient’s physical, mental and emotional status. Submits audits of their documentation from 3 different charts annually. Physical Assessment Criteria C: Reassesses patient on a shift to shift basis. Physical Assessment Criteria D: Completes transfer/discharge documentation including an assessment of the patient’s needs to determine the preferred level of care. 2. Administration of Medications Criteria A: Follows the 5 Rights of Medication Administration, verbalizing to patients/family/significant other the medication they are receiving. Administration of Medications Criteria B: Assesses the...

Summary: Facilitates patient flow through the system from scheduling through registration and service so that patients have a "one touch" registration/scheduling experience. Responsible for obtaining demographic and financial information to ensure accurate patient identification and identify and secure appropriate payment sources. Performs registration functions and insurance eligibility verification. Provides estimates for services when appropriate. Receives and processes patient financial liability payments. Provides estimates for services when appropriate. Receives and processes patient financial liability payments. Responsibilities: 1. Criteria A: Responsible for greeting patients promptly and in a friendly manner. Checks patients into the system and provides direction based on appointment location, financial clearance and counseling status. Acknowledges and assists patients with special needs and respects confidentiality. Criteria B: Responds to telephone...

Summary: The Director is responsible for the creation and operation of the Institute of Relationship Centered Care and reports to the Chief Experience Officer with dotted line reporting to the Norwalk Hospital President and close collaboration with the VP, Innovation and Research and the Chief Quality Officer. This thought leader and frontline Director is responsible for the collaborative development and implementation of the nation’s first applied laboratory for empathy operationalized within Nuvance Health. Accountable for overseeing original research through organizational deployment of an empathy score that’s tied to pre-employment screening, quarterly professional development and annual wellness check-ins tied directly to caregiver, employee engagement and quality patient outcomes. This role also oversees the patient experience day to day operations of Norwalk Hospital. The position will also coordinate and oversee the delivery of Volunteer Services, Spiritual...

Summary: Provide support and assistance daily to the Senior Vice President and other staff to enable the Senior Vice President to reach or exceed organization goals. Maintain professionalism and exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times. *Must have experience as a Executive Secretary/Assistant* Responsibilities: 1. Serves as liaison to Senior Vice President for the organization.  2. Provides organizational, logistical and administrative support by performing details associated with the executive office operations. 3. Prioritizes, schedules and performs details of operation to achieve effective time management. 4. Opens, reads and routes mail to expedite flow of correspondence. 5. Prepares documentation for organization-wide projects. 6. Reviews timelines for target date completion. 7. Assists in the development and coordination of departmental programs & oversees the management of departmental projects. Monitors projects/initiatives...